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1962 MORRIS MINI MINOR SALOONRegistration no. TSL 950
Chassis no. M-A254/124536The new Mini was as different from the British small car norm in 1959
as a space shuttle from a firework. 0t bristled with innovative ideas, it
looked radically different from any other car and was the most compact
"real" car Britain ever produced.' – Chris Rees, 'Complete Classic Mini'.
The passage of time since its departure 15 years ago has only served to
enhance the original Mini's classic status, resulting in a healthy demand
for exceptionally original and un-restored examples such as that offered
here, which displays a believed-correct total of only 17,520 miles on the
odometer. There is no supporting paperwork, but the car's appearance
suggests that the total is correct. A lovely 'time warp' example, it is in
generally good condition, although some surface corrosion is beginning
to appear in places. The accompanying BM0HT certificate (issued in
2009) confirms matching engine and chassis numbers and reveals that
the Mini was despatched on 22nd May 1962 to London based Morris
distributors, Stewart Arden Limited. 0t still retains its original colour
scheme of Smoke Grey with Dark Grey interior. The previous recorded
keeper is a Mr Peter Attenburrow, who acquired the Morris Mini Minor
from Brooklands (Exeter) Limited in February 2011. The car has been
with its present owner since October 2013, forming part of his private
collection together with four other Minis. The accompanying history file
contains the aforementioned BM0HT certificate, a purchase invoice,
driver's handbook, V5C registration document and a number of expired
MoT certificates, the earliest issued by a Brighton garage in 2005 with an
odometer reading of 17,500 miles. The most recent MoT was issued by
Brooklands in January 2011 at 17,520 miles. A wonderful opportunity to
acquire an original and unmolested example of one of the 20th Century's
greatest cars in its earliest, purest form.
£12,000 - 16,000
€14,000 - 18,000186
1927 PEERLESS 3.7-LITRE SIX-80 TAXICABRegistration no. SV 8200
Chassis no. A36/032The name Peerless means without equal, and Peerless and two
other quality marques, Packard and Pierce-Arrow, became known
as the three Ps. Like many of its contemporaries, Peerless suffered
during the post-WW0 recession, yet managed to survive. 0n 192 the
dependability and economy of operation that characterised Peerless
had been recognised by the New York Taxicab Company when it
placed an order for 250 cabs on the Six-80 chassis. They were
delivered with landau type coachwork, with fold-down convertible
hood at the rear, making them ideal for seeing the sights in New
Yorks Central Park. Peerless confidently declared: 0t is expected
that the cabs will become among the most popular in the city and
that many more than the original order may be required to meet
the company's demands.' This believed unique and sole surviving
Peerless taxicab was imported by a previous owner from New York
State. Restored in the 1990s, the car has been used for weddings
and film work for the last 22 years and is described by the vendor as
in generally good condition (the side decals were applied for a film
but could be removed). Flashing indicators have been fitted inside the
lights, and the braking system has been modified for safety, otherwise
the Peerless remains all original. Recent mechanical works included
rebuilding the back axle and gearbox, including fitting a new clutch,
the Peerless is now running and driving very well with excellent oil
pressure. Accompanying paperwork consists of sundry restoration
invoices, a V5 registration document, instruction handbook, and a
considerable amount of historical material obtained from the <SA plus
a quantity of useful spares. Rarely do chances such as this appear to
purchase a true piece of New York motoring history.
£25,000 - 30,000
€29,000 - 35,000